Tuesday,27th October 2026

Alex Buabeng-Korsah
TOPIC: HOLDING NOTHING BACK
THEME SCRIPTURE: "I did not shrink from declaring to you anything that was profitable, and teaching you in public and from house to house." (Acts 20:20, ESV)

 

PREPARATORY QUESTION
1. What truth am I tempted to soften or skip because it is uncomfortable?

 

 

Paul continues his farewell to the Ephesian elders. He describes how he taught: nothing held back, in public and in house to house.

Let's start with "did not shrink." Paul could have avoided hard topics. The Ephesians had come out of sorcery and idol worship. Telling them to give up their old ways was not popular. Some would be offended. Paul taught it anyway.

He did not choose what people wanted to hear. He chose what was "profitable." That means useful, good for the soul. A doctor who hides a diagnosis to keep a patient happy does harm. A teacher who skips hard truth does the same.

Next, look at where he taught. Paul taught "in public," in the lecture hall and the open square. He also taught "from house to house." He went into homes, sat with families, and spoke to individuals. Large gatherings give breadth. Home visits give depth. Paul did both.

This challenges two kinds of believers. Some are bold on a platform but never speak to a neighbor one on one. Others are kind in private but silent in public. Paul would not accept either.

It also challenges how we handle God's word. We can pick the comfortable verses and leave the rest. We can speak of blessing and avoid repentance. But the whole counsel of God is good for us, even the parts that sting.

Truth is not the same as harshness. Paul wept as he taught. He spoke truth with love, but he did speak it.

Think of one person God has placed near you. They may need a word you have been holding back.

Key Takeaway
Faithful teaching and witness share the whole truth, both in public and in personal conversation.

Beloved, why don't you speak one honest, loving word of truth today to someone in your life. Do not delay it.

Remain blessed

 

FURTHER READING
- Acts 20:20, 27
- 2 Timothy 4:2
- Ephesians 4:15

 

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QUESTIONS TO HELP YOU MEDITATE ON THE WORD

1. Which parts of Scripture do I tend to avoid?

 2. Am I stronger in public witness or in personal conversation?

 3. Who needs a loving, honest word from me this week?

 

PRAYER
Father, give me courage to share Your truth without fear. Keep me from choosing only what is easy. Let my words be honest and full of love. Open the doors You want me to enter. In Jesus' precious name, Amen.

 

One-Year Bible Reading Plan

Psalm 70; 2 Peter 1; 2 Chronicles 9